Sitting beside him, Debra put on her lipstick and checked herself in the mirror with a faint smile.

My folks were just teasing. No biggie, Axell! I know youre taken.

T wont meddle.

After a beat, she grew serious. Too bad, though. Dads been mulling a promotion for you, but worries about your personal life getting in the way. Dont fret, Il talk to him.

Axell was taken aback.

He wasnt naive, and he grasped Debras insinuation instantly. If he ditched Jessie, he could land the head surgeon gig and maybe even become the hospital director someday.

a tempting

a moment,

to let go of Jessie. So, he opted for a diplomatic approach. Lets

as soon as he

had just finished her shower when Axells

Are you feeling tired?

he decided to gloss over that part, replying vaguely, ALL good on my end. I just wrapped up. And you? Im just about to hit

Axel softened. lll make

Sorry about today.

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